DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer in my 70s. I read that HPV causes this cancer, but I have never been diagnosed with that. I also haven’t been intimate with anyone since my 60s, when I became a widow. What could explain my cancer diagnosis? — J.R. ANSWER: I am […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inSun Spots
Central Maine Healthcare announces varied opportunities for volunteers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please consider joining the welcoming and inclusive Central Maine Healthcare volunteer family. CMH volunteers are the health system’s community ambassadors for healthy and compassionate living. Our volunteers serve patients, support families and assist in delivering health care services with compassion, competence and dignity. Volunteers serve across the CMH system supporting departments within […]
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Posted inEncore
Open Book Players to present ‘Let’s Talk About Dragons!’
The Open Book Players will present its second production of the season, “Let’s Talk About Dragons!,” at 7:30 p.m. on April 1, and 2 p.m. April 2, at Oak Hill High School in Wales. The play features three stories featuring dragons as well as selections of poetry and prose. The cast includes Bill Haley of […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on March 30: ‘Auburn woman’s unique souvenir of western trip’
Read more about March 30, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 Mrs. W. A. Paul of Auburn has a unique souvenir of a recent trip and one which she says she is going to keep, a big round ragged hole in the side of her automobile, made by a bullet from a […]
Posted inDear Abby
Boyfriend issues ultimatum to girlfriend and her son
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend of three years wants me to move in with him. He’s a great guy. He’s loving and affectionate, kind and caring. We want the same things for our kids and have quite a few things in common. We enjoy playing sports, and we’re both foodies. He checks a lot of my […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Concentrate on your home, lifestyle and the ones you love in order to ensure you maintain a safe and positive environment.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Katy Mixon, 42; Celine Dion, 55; Eric Clapton, 78; Warren Beatty, 86. Happy Birthday: Donate your time to something you care about this year and make a difference. Your input will impact others and lead to long-lasting connections that will help you shape your life into something vibrant and inviting. […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Brain fog lingers after operations using general anesthesia
DEAR DR. ROACH: Would you please explain the pros and cons of general versus spinal anesthetic? I have had three bladder tumor resection operations with general anesthetic in the past two years and have suffered the consequences of anesthetic fog, which is sometimes very disturbing and inconvenient. I am 82, and I’m worried about how […]
Posted inSun Spots
Rotary Club offering shredding service in Auburn to benefit local nonprofits
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston Auburn Rotary Club will hold its annual shredding service Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to noon at John F. Murphy Homes at 800 Center St. in Auburn. As people work on their taxes, this is a good time to go through files and see what can be safely eliminated, […]
Posted inEncore
Portland Symphony Orchestra will present the Nat King Cole Songbook
Nat King Cole’s hit songs will take center stage during the Portland Symphony Orchestra’s POPS! concerts at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 16, at Merrill Auditorium in Portland. Attendees will be treated to songs including “Unforgettable,” “Always on My Mind,” “Route 66,” and many more, sung by guest […]
Posted inEncore
Cottage Street Creative Exchange to present GlobaLocal
GlobaLocal dance party and performance will be presented from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, at Cottage Street Creative Exchange in Norway. Performances will include Art Moves, Cosmic Creation, Expansion Arts, The Moving Company, Portland Youth Dance and more. Catering will be provided by Koley Dishes. The event is free, although donations are gratefully accepted […]